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Old Lackawanna County computers get new life
Lackawanna County recently said goodbye to several pallets’ worth of used computers and related gear. But instead of sending it to the landfill, they sent it away with Sandra Ramos, the northeast account manager for national nonprofit PCs for People… more
Wanted Olyphant man arrested on drug charges
An Olyphant man — wanted by state parole authorities for criminal attempt to commit aggravated assault stemming from a shooting — was arrested Friday in the borough. When members of the U.S. Marshals Service, Pennsylvania State Parole, Olyphant… more
Clipboard, April 15, 2025
Covington Twp. Annual chili challenge: Annual Chili Challenge, May 4, noon-2 p.m., Daleville United Methodist Church, 423 Dorantown Road, $7/adults and free/under 4. Menu will consist of chili tasting, hot dogs with trimmings, chips, pickles,… more
Steam Town Studio offers new opportunities for exploration
SCRANTON — Emily Pinto strives to fill a void in the community while offering children an opportunity to explore their creativity and develop valuable skills. The 26-year-old Dunmore resident founded Steam Town Studio on Ash Street as a space to… more
Local lawmakers react to arson attacks at governor’s mansion
Local lawmakers are appalled at an arson attack that took place at the mansion where Gov. Josh Shapiro lives over the weekend. State Sen. Marty Flynn, D-22, Dunmore called the attack “disgusting.” “It’s just sad the governor has to go through this… more
City of Scranton Plants Trees at Scranton High Through $37,500 TreePennsylvania Grant
SCRANTON, PA. – Mayor Paige G. Cognetti joined Scranton School District leaders to plant 10 trees at Scranton High School, 63 Mike Munchak Way, on Mon., April 14. The City …
Old Forge High School students published
Old Forge High School’s ninth and 10th grade students in Paula Marsico-Strein’s class entered a writing contest through Young Writers and were chosen to be published in their next series, Fright Club. Front row, from left: Leah Gilbert, Emilyn… more
Old Forge Elementary Devil Pride for December
Old Forge Elementary School Devil Pride students for December are, seated, from left: Viviana Darby and Xander Riggleman, kindergarten; Samuel Uher and Eli Shirley, grade 1; Za’nyah Swift and Chase Coleman, grade 2; and Jaylee Cruz, grade 3.… more
Beyond the Byline: Recalling Easter traditions
WILKES-BARRE — It’s Monday and it has been a rather dreary week, so what better time to hop in the Way Back Machine for a visit during Holy Week.
Fire damages Pine Street duplex in Scranton
SCRANTON — A home in the city’s Hill Section sustained substantial damage as the result of a Saturday night blaze, Scranton Fire Chief John Judge said. Crews responded to 1415 Pine St. around 7:15 p.m. for the report of a house on fire, Judge… more
Police: Scranton man charged after firing shot outside Taylor Walmart
A Scranton man faces charges after police said he fired a gun in the parking lot of the Walmart in Taylor on Friday night. Officers responded to the scene around 10:43 p.m. for the report of multiple people fighting and shots fired, police said.… more
Suspect arrested in arson that forced Gov. Shapiro, family to flee
A man scaled an iron security fence in the middle of the night, eluded police and broke into the Pennsylvania governor’s mansion where he set a fire that left significant damage and forced Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family and guests to… more
Shine Like Susan 5K raises over $25,000 for colon cancer fund
Organizers of the Shine Like Susan 5K, all seniors from Abington Heights High School, recently presented a check for $25,345 to the family of Susan Burke in support of the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer Fund at the Scranton Area Community… more
Wawa approved in Covington Twp.
A Wawa is slated to be built in Covington Twp., not far from North Pocono High School. The township supervisors voted 3-2 last week to grant a request by 2025 Bochicchio Covington LLC to build the convenience store and gas station near the… more
Ralph and Mary Borgia
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Borgia, Scranton, are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary today. They were married April 13, 1985, in Genetti Manor, Dickson City, by Magistrate Frank Eagan and later married at St. Paul’s Church, Scranton, by Monsignor O’… more
Chris Kelly Opinion: Journalists not to blame for Sacco’s bad press
I’ve known attorney Paul J. Walker of Clarks Summit longer than I’ve known Chrissy, my wife of nearly 24 years. His cousins were the ring-bearer and flower girl in our wedding. His grandmother baked our wedding cake. Susan Dunleavy-Hoffman is among… more
Easter candy sales remain strong locally, nationally
As Easter approaches, one thing remains a constant amid some economic turbulence: customers continue craving sweet treats. Consumers plan to spend $23.6 billion on the spring holiday this year — up from $22.4 billion last year — with candy the… more
UNC receives donations from Minooka Subaru and Operation Warm
United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania announced a contribution from Minooka Subaru through its Subaru Loves to Help initiative in partnership with Operation Warm. Together, they have donated hundreds of brand-new coats, shoes and… more
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: Gov. Shapiro challenges decision to revoke $185M owed 116 PA school districts
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week joined a multi-state lawsuit with 15 other states and the District of Columbia challenging the Trump Administration’s decision to abruptly revoke $185 million in funding owed to Pennsylvania — much of which… more
String Fling: Marywood music student takes love of guitar to new places
He attended a school trip to a guitar festival; he came back a champion. Now, Marywood music student Kyle Jenkins, a student of Diogo Salmeron Carvalho, Ph.D., the assistant professor of music, will perform at the Rosetti Estate in Scranton in May.… more
Scranton Chapter UNICO inducts newest members
The Scranton Chapter of UNICO National inducted three new members during its first meeting of the year at Amadeo’s in Moosic. From left: Chris DiMattio, installing officer; Matthew Seidita, new member; Marc Pane, new member; Dave Bieri, sponsor;… more
Organizations collaborate for networking event
Three Scranton-based organizations — Laugh to Live, NEPA Networkers and Urban Co-Works — recently collaborated to provide an opportunity for area professionals to network over coffee and experience the stress-relieving benefits of laughter yoga.… more
‘Don’t dump our future’ — Friends of Lackawanna’s decadelong fight
Nearly 11 years ago, a group of Dunmore natives and residents quickly pored over an unfavorable host agreement between the borough and the Keystone Sanitary Landfill during a council meeting, pointing out flaws in the contract and prompting the town… more